Fore And Aft Balance - oConnor 1030D Operator's Manual

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Fore and aft balance

WARNING!
When positioning the payload, it is important to be aware of the potential
danger that an unbalanced payload will fall away suddenly.
Always be prepared for this by maintaining a firm hold of the handle, until
the balance is set correctly.
1. Make sure the tilt lock is engaged and that the camera and all accessories are installed
in their operating positions.
2. Set the tilt drag adjustment knob to '1' (lowest setting).
3. Initially, set the counterbalance quite low.
4. Holding the handle to steady the platform, disengage the tilt lock.
WARNING!
In the event of the head falling away violently, increase the counterbalance
setting.
5. Tilt the platform forwards and backwards and determine whether the camera payload is
front or back heavy. Depending on the payload weight, it may be necessary to adjust the
counterbalance to enable the payload to be correctly balanced fore and aft.
6. If it is not in balance, re-engage the tilt lock.
7. Disengage the platform release lever by pulling it away from the platform.
1030DS COUNTERBALANCE CHART
457
406
356
305
254
203
152
102
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100110120 130 140150
lbs 0
kg 4.5 9 14 18 23 27 32 36 41 45 50 54 60 64 68
CAMERA WEIGHT
Figure 4 Counterbalance chart – 1030Ds
1030D/1030Ds Fluid Head
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